City of Long Beach
Description
Description
Applications are available online beginning Thursday, September 4, 2025, through 11:59 pm, Friday, October 10, 2025. (EXTENDED) Salary Information
Grade I – $34.535 – $46.893 Hourly Grade II – $38.732 – $52.656 Hourly Vacancy Information
Current vacancies exist in the Harbor, Long Beach Utilities and Public Works Departments. This classification is also utilized in the Airport Department. Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, ensures that all work performed and materials provided by contractors and sub-contractors building construction projects for the City are in compliance with plans and specifications; drafts utility procedures; completes a variety of accounting and progress reports relating to contractor progress payments from the City; communicates with the contractor at job site concerning discrepancies; provides information and assistance regarding entitlement and cost of change orders; coordinates project progress and change orders with construction/project engineer; deals with affected tenants and/or property owners regarding concerns and inquiries; inspects asphalt, concrete, subgrade, and other materials; inspects steel reinforcing and concrete forms and authorizes concrete placement; inspects the laying, welding and fusing of underground oil, gas, water and sewer pipe, electrical conduit and cable, and telephone cable; inspects driveways, curbs, gutters, catch basins, man-holes, comfort stations, alleys, streets, storm drains, and sewers; inspects waterfront construction, including pile driving, dredging, foundation, structural steel erections and wharf construction; inspects railroad installations; ensures gas pipeline projects are completed in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations; inspects building renovations to public facilities including ADA, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC); interacts with customers, private contractors and other City departments regarding meter set and gas service locations; designs and initiates customer billing for services provided by the Energy Resources Department; and performs other related duties as required. Position Description
This position performs inspections on construction projects across various asset classifications and complexities, including: Utility: Water, sewer, gas, lift stations, generators Streets: ADA, transportation, mobility, traffic and electrical systems, bridges Stormwater: BMPs, drainage, basins, pump stations, wetlands, generators Facilities: Buildings, parks, pools, playgrounds, comfort stations, fields, generators, photovoltaic systems, electric vehicle charging stations Community: Public art, murals, gateway entries, wayfinding signage, landscaping Tidelands: Marinas, piers, breakwaters, beaches, waterways Ports: Airport infrastructure, harbor facilities, terminals, trade port improvements Miscellaneous: Utility undergrounding, development related improvements, etc. Requirements To File
Options : Candidates must meet one of the following options: Option A
Four (4) years of paid, full-time equivalent experience in the supervision or journey level construction, or inspection of street, road, bridge, building, or other public works projects requiring a working knowledge of contract administration, safety requirements, earthwork, street and road conditions, shoring and/or underground construction, wharfs, water borne construction, or railroad construction. Option B
Four (4) years of paid, full-time equivalent experience in utility construction/maintenance including natural gas, water, and sewer pipeline and/or wharf construction, or closely related work requiring a good knowledge of contract administration, safety requirements, earthwork, street and road conditions, shoring and/or underground construction, wharfs, water borne construction, or rail construction. Substitutions : Satisfactory completion of college level coursework in construction technology, construction management or civil/mechanical engineering may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience on a year-to-year basis in either option A or B. Proof required. Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at filing. Degrees must indicate field of study and transcripts must indicate degree conferred date. Applicants with foreign degrees must attach proof of educational equivalence. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge and/or understanding of engineering drawings. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Knowledge in progress payments, change orders, and construction contracts. Ability to read plans and specifications; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to operate a personal computer and business software (e.g., Microsoft Office); Willingness to work during emergencies, stand-by rotations, weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime as required. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted at selection. For Long Beach Utilities, certain qualifications apply related to pipeline inspections and PHMSA/DOT regulations. Random drug testing may be required. Desirable Qualifications
Current International Code Council Certifications in Pre-Stressed Concrete, Reinforced Concrete, Structural Steel and Bolting, Masonry, Welding, and Combination Buildings. Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector (AWS CWI). California CWEA/SWRCB Water Distribution and Treatment Certificate; AWS certifications; OSHA safety training. Experience in natural gas industry, pipeline joining, pressure control, corrosion control, metering and regulation. Forty hours of OSHA safety training or equivalent. Familiarity with FAA specifications for construction on active airfields is noted for some positions. Selection Procedure
Exam weights: Application and Supplemental Application – Qualifying; Written Examination – 100%. A minimum rating of 70 required to pass. Veterans and disabled veterans receive additional points as outlined in Civil Service procedures. If you have not received notification within two weeks, contact Human Resources at (562) 570-6202. Equity and Inclusion
The City of Long Beach is committed to equity and inclusion and to publishing updated workforce diversity data. The City will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. If selected, you may disclose criminal history at conditional job offer stage. Language skills in Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog are desirable for some positions interacting with the public. This information is available in alternative formats upon request. Equal Opportunity Employer. For more, refer to the City’s Fair Chance Act information and contact details in the original posting as needed. Employee Benefits
The City offers fringe benefits to permanent employees, including: Medical and Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement (PERS), Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave, Deferred Compensation, Credit Union, Free Bus Transportation, Flexible Spending Accounts, Free Employee Parking, and Paid Parental Leave (certain conditions apply). Instructions and required questions: Applicants must provide complete responses to supplemental questions. Resumes should be attached but not substituted for required forms. If you require assistance, contact HR-TalentAcquisition@longbeach.gov. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level | Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Management and Manufacturing | Industries: Government Administration Note: This refined description preserves core responsibilities, qualifications, and procedural content while eliminating malformed formatting. It does not modify factual content.
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Description
Applications are available online beginning Thursday, September 4, 2025, through 11:59 pm, Friday, October 10, 2025. (EXTENDED) Salary Information
Grade I – $34.535 – $46.893 Hourly Grade II – $38.732 – $52.656 Hourly Vacancy Information
Current vacancies exist in the Harbor, Long Beach Utilities and Public Works Departments. This classification is also utilized in the Airport Department. Examples of Duties
Under general supervision, ensures that all work performed and materials provided by contractors and sub-contractors building construction projects for the City are in compliance with plans and specifications; drafts utility procedures; completes a variety of accounting and progress reports relating to contractor progress payments from the City; communicates with the contractor at job site concerning discrepancies; provides information and assistance regarding entitlement and cost of change orders; coordinates project progress and change orders with construction/project engineer; deals with affected tenants and/or property owners regarding concerns and inquiries; inspects asphalt, concrete, subgrade, and other materials; inspects steel reinforcing and concrete forms and authorizes concrete placement; inspects the laying, welding and fusing of underground oil, gas, water and sewer pipe, electrical conduit and cable, and telephone cable; inspects driveways, curbs, gutters, catch basins, man-holes, comfort stations, alleys, streets, storm drains, and sewers; inspects waterfront construction, including pile driving, dredging, foundation, structural steel erections and wharf construction; inspects railroad installations; ensures gas pipeline projects are completed in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations; inspects building renovations to public facilities including ADA, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC); interacts with customers, private contractors and other City departments regarding meter set and gas service locations; designs and initiates customer billing for services provided by the Energy Resources Department; and performs other related duties as required. Position Description
This position performs inspections on construction projects across various asset classifications and complexities, including: Utility: Water, sewer, gas, lift stations, generators Streets: ADA, transportation, mobility, traffic and electrical systems, bridges Stormwater: BMPs, drainage, basins, pump stations, wetlands, generators Facilities: Buildings, parks, pools, playgrounds, comfort stations, fields, generators, photovoltaic systems, electric vehicle charging stations Community: Public art, murals, gateway entries, wayfinding signage, landscaping Tidelands: Marinas, piers, breakwaters, beaches, waterways Ports: Airport infrastructure, harbor facilities, terminals, trade port improvements Miscellaneous: Utility undergrounding, development related improvements, etc. Requirements To File
Options : Candidates must meet one of the following options: Option A
Four (4) years of paid, full-time equivalent experience in the supervision or journey level construction, or inspection of street, road, bridge, building, or other public works projects requiring a working knowledge of contract administration, safety requirements, earthwork, street and road conditions, shoring and/or underground construction, wharfs, water borne construction, or railroad construction. Option B
Four (4) years of paid, full-time equivalent experience in utility construction/maintenance including natural gas, water, and sewer pipeline and/or wharf construction, or closely related work requiring a good knowledge of contract administration, safety requirements, earthwork, street and road conditions, shoring and/or underground construction, wharfs, water borne construction, or rail construction. Substitutions : Satisfactory completion of college level coursework in construction technology, construction management or civil/mechanical engineering may be substituted for up to two (2) years of the required experience on a year-to-year basis in either option A or B. Proof required. Proof of required documents, such as degree or transcripts, must be uploaded to the online application at filing. Degrees must indicate field of study and transcripts must indicate degree conferred date. Applicants with foreign degrees must attach proof of educational equivalence. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge and/or understanding of engineering drawings. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Knowledge in progress payments, change orders, and construction contracts. Ability to read plans and specifications; Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; Ability to operate a personal computer and business software (e.g., Microsoft Office); Willingness to work during emergencies, stand-by rotations, weekends, nights, holidays, and overtime as required. A valid motor vehicle operator’s license and a current DMV driving record must be submitted at selection. For Long Beach Utilities, certain qualifications apply related to pipeline inspections and PHMSA/DOT regulations. Random drug testing may be required. Desirable Qualifications
Current International Code Council Certifications in Pre-Stressed Concrete, Reinforced Concrete, Structural Steel and Bolting, Masonry, Welding, and Combination Buildings. Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and American Welding Society Certified Welding Inspector (AWS CWI). California CWEA/SWRCB Water Distribution and Treatment Certificate; AWS certifications; OSHA safety training. Experience in natural gas industry, pipeline joining, pressure control, corrosion control, metering and regulation. Forty hours of OSHA safety training or equivalent. Familiarity with FAA specifications for construction on active airfields is noted for some positions. Selection Procedure
Exam weights: Application and Supplemental Application – Qualifying; Written Examination – 100%. A minimum rating of 70 required to pass. Veterans and disabled veterans receive additional points as outlined in Civil Service procedures. If you have not received notification within two weeks, contact Human Resources at (562) 570-6202. Equity and Inclusion
The City of Long Beach is committed to equity and inclusion and to publishing updated workforce diversity data. The City will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. If selected, you may disclose criminal history at conditional job offer stage. Language skills in Spanish, Khmer, and/or Tagalog are desirable for some positions interacting with the public. This information is available in alternative formats upon request. Equal Opportunity Employer. For more, refer to the City’s Fair Chance Act information and contact details in the original posting as needed. Employee Benefits
The City offers fringe benefits to permanent employees, including: Medical and Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement (PERS), Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave, Deferred Compensation, Credit Union, Free Bus Transportation, Flexible Spending Accounts, Free Employee Parking, and Paid Parental Leave (certain conditions apply). Instructions and required questions: Applicants must provide complete responses to supplemental questions. Resumes should be attached but not substituted for required forms. If you require assistance, contact HR-TalentAcquisition@longbeach.gov. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level | Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Management and Manufacturing | Industries: Government Administration Note: This refined description preserves core responsibilities, qualifications, and procedural content while eliminating malformed formatting. It does not modify factual content.
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